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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Rob Freeman

Milei declares ‘Falklands are Argentinian’ amid oil sanctions

Argentina’s President Javier Milei is expected to speak about the Falklands in a national address (Esteban Felix/AP) - (AP)

Argentina’s President Javier Milei has reiterated the country’s claim on the Falkland Islands and said he would introduce sanctions on any oil companies working in the area.

He was speaking in a national address amid renewed tensions over the British overseas territory after US President Donald Trump hinted the US would not help the UK in a future conflict over the islands.

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